As chickens age, feeding lines need to be adjusted to prevent excess spillage. Feed consumption needs to be monitored to detect problems with the feeding lines’ operation. One of our customers uses a remote control set, Cetus/Norma, to manage this.
The customer manages 18 drinking lines and 9 feeding lines at a poultry farm which otherwise would be a very labour-intensive process.
Time saver
Tyro’s remote control set adjusts these feeding and drinking lines, which saves the farm owner a lot of time. As the farm owner has other things to do, such as tillage, this saved time is crucial for his business.
High range
The system’s high range ensures that the transmitter can always reach the controller and function without problems.
Display with menu
The entire complex consists of three identical halls. In each hall, there is a Norma controller which is controlled by the Cetus transmitter. The owner uses the ‘menu-button’ to switch through the different halls. The bright LCD display informs the user about the current menu/hall being managed by him.
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You may think wine is just wine and has been for centuries. In the age of technological advancements, wineries are not left behind.
Today, we’re focusing on a game-changer in wine production – using industrial remote-control systems to operate wine pumps.
This innovation enhances efficiency, reduces oxygenation, and improves the quality of your favorite wines.
Understanding Industrial Remote Control Systems
To better understand the impact of industrial remote control systems in wineries, let’s first understand what they are and how they work.
What is a wine pump?
A wine pump is a versatile industrial pump, often mobile, used in wineries for a variety of different tasks in and around wineries:
Render of a wine pump
To gently transport grapes without breaking them.
To (over)pump must, the freshly pressed but not yet fermented juice of grapes.
To transport wine from tanks towards storage, cooling, blending, and bottling.
Pumping out sediment remaining in the tanks.
The wine pump is a versatile compact machine that ensures that the quality of the wine remains as good as possible. Therefore, the pumps must meet high standards with unique requirements so that the grapes and liquids do not shake and pulsate too much during pumping (transport). All of this will affect the quality of the wine.
How does it work?
Wine pumps use a wireless transmitter to remotely operate the pumps used in wine production. The system works through radio frequency, which allows for seamless communication between the transmitter and receiver.
With this technology, operators can start, stop, and adjust the speed of pumps from a safe distance. This eliminates the need for manual operation, reducing the risks associated with exposure to chemicals and other hazards in the winery.
Reducing Oxygenation
One of the most significant challenges in wine production is oxygen exposure. When wines are exposed to oxygen, they can develop undesirable flavors and aromas. To prevent this, wineries must minimize the contact between wine and air during production.
Industrial remote control systems play a crucial role in reducing oxygen exposure. By being able to remotely operate pumps, operators can adjust speeds as needed to maintain constant levels of flow. This ensures minimal agitation of the wine, which reduces the risk of oxygenation. This feature ensures your wine maintains its freshness, flavor, and color, offering a superior tasting experience.
Enhancing Efficiency
The use of industrial remote control systems in wineries has significantly improved efficiency. With traditional methods, operators had to physically move from one pump to another to monitor and adjust their speeds. This process was time-consuming and often led to delays in production.
With remote control systems, operators can now control multiple pumps simultaneously, making the process faster and more streamlined. This not only saves time but also reduces labor costs for wineries.
Tyro wine configurations
Tyro offers a wide range of suitable products for the wine industry. We are passionate about providing solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity. Our upcoming new generation of industrial remote control solutions. the Tyro 2S products are designed with these goals in mind. Some examples of upcoming products that can be used in wineries or similar applications:
Musca 2S
Compact remote with up to 6 functions
Aquarius 2S
Compact IP68 receiver
Pyxis 2S
Customizable up to 8 buttons
Scorpius 2S
Customizable receiver
Musca 2S
The solid compact Musca 2S has an ergonomic design and is suitable for up to 6 straightforward functions with haptic tactile buttons. Exceptionally suited tasks such as pump on, pump off, increase speed, and decrease speed.
Aquarius 2S
The Musca 2S can be connected to the waterproof IP68 Aquarius 2S receiver. Just like the handheld remote a compact, solid device. Thanks to its casted housing extremely durable to withstand all external influences.
Pyxis 2S
Would you like more features? Then the Tyro Pyxis 2S system could be your best choice. Up to 10 buttons and several enhanced options, such as an optional emergency stop button and/or display to view essential values directly transmitted from the pump.
Scorpius 2S
A real powerhouse of a duplex receiver. Available in multiple versions to suit the needs of your application and handheld remote. Think of optional analog and/or digital in/outputs, tilt sensors, or RS232/CAN-bus capabilities. This is all still in a very compact casted waterproof housing. That’s the Scorpius 2S.
Conclusion
If you’re in the winery business and looking for ways to innovate and improve your operations, reach out to us. Let’s raise a toast to technology and better wine!
Industrial remote control systems for wine pumps have revolutionized wineries by enhancing efficiency, reducing oxygenation, and improving wine quality. With wireless radio technology, operators can remotely control pumps from a comfortable distance, leading to increased productivity and cost savings for wineries. As the industry continues to evolve, we can expect to see further advancements in remote control systems and their impact on winery operations.
Remember, the future of winemaking is here, and it’s remote-controlled! Cheers to the future of wine production!
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Dependable electronics are an absolute necessity in hazardous environments. However, the combination of combustible gases or dust with an arc or a spark from these products can potentially cause devastating fires or explosions. Whether you are at the chemical plant, on your oil platform or offshore drilling rig, in your mill, or somewhere equally as dangerous, all of your equipment is likely carrying a hazardous rating like Class I Div 2, Class I Div 1, IECEx/ATEX Zone 1 or Zone 2. But what does that mean exactly and how does this affect what lighting you should buy? Read on for more clarity on hazardous environments and ratings.
What is a hazardous location?
Hazardous locations are in more places than you think and it’s important to be aware of them if you are purchasing electronic equipment including LED lighting. Even your local gas/petrol station is considered a hazardous location because of the potential for an explosion. If, for example, a spark or lit cigarette collides with a drop or puddle of gasoline – FIRE! Your gas station needs hazardous-rated lighting.
According to UL (a US-based global certification laboratory), a hazardous location is “where explosion or fire hazards exist due to the presence of flammable gases, flammable or combustible liquid-produced vapors, combustible dust, or ignitable fibers or flyings.”
This could mean anything from the obvious like a drilling rig or chemical plant where highly flammable substances are mined or processed. Or it could mean the less obvious like a mill or sugar processing facility where the minute particles in the air have the potential to create a spark in the right conditions. Each facility is rated differently, based on their potential for explosion, which we’ll dive deeper into below.
What are some of the hazardous UL Ratings?
UL ratings are seen and adhered to most often in North America but do apply to countries in South America, Asia, and the Middle East. When looking at a hazardous UL rating, you’ll find the Class first and then the Division.
Dialight most often sees and certifies Class I, II, and III. The main difference between the three is the presence of flammable gases/vapors; combustible or conductive dust; or fibers like wood chips and cotton (see the chart below). The lower the Class the higher the hazard.
The Division (1 or 2) is what defines the likelihood of there being hazardous substances in enough ignitable concentrations in the atmosphere (i.e. what is the likelihood that there is enough gas or dust in a given situation that it would ignite or explode and what is the circumstance for that). If your facility is Div 1, it means that the particles or gases/vapors created at your facility are always potentially going to ignite and severe caution is needed to prevent a spark (think chemical processing). Div 2 means that an explosion or fire could only happen in the event of some breakdown or system failure but that extreme caution should still be observed to prevent catastrophe (ex. A platform in an oil refinery may be a CI D2 environment as the decks tend to be outdoors and far enough away from the source of the flammable gas. It would only become hazardous if an abnormal condition occurred like a valve failure or similar accident.)
What are some hazardous ATEX Ratings?
IECEx/ATEX ratings are seen most often in Europe, Australia, and parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. They are relatively similar to UL ratings in that the lower the Zone the higher the probability is for fire or explosion based on the materials present and their concentration in the atmosphere. Both UL and ATEX classify certain substances in groups. Check out our ATEX reference chart below.
Brazil is the second largest producer and consumer – and fourth largest exporter – of ceramic tiles in the world. Natural gas is the main source of energy for kilns in this industry, and also one of the items that have the largest share of the cost of the finished product.
The case:
A ceramic tile company located in São Paulo was in the process of modernizing its main kiln. The company intended to deactivate two smaller kilns and reduce its gas consumption, whose bill was close to U$ 100,000 per month. Upgraded, the larger kiln should be able to meet all the company production requirements and to controlling 38 heating meshes. The gas feed in the larger kiln burners was controlled by obsolete equipment that needed to be upgraded.
How to solve it?
The N2000, a PID controller designed explicitly for the actuation of servomotor valves, has emerged as the ideal solution to the problem. Also a device was required to connect the controllers with the supervisory software. The chosen device for this purpose was DigiGate, which acts as a gateway for connection between a Profibus network and a Modbus RTU network. DigiGate’s choice enabled N2000 controllers to communicate with a data acquisition and monitoring system via the PROFIBUS-DP protocol, indicating the operating status of each controller, as well as recording application information on a data server.
By upgrading the main kiln, it became possible for the company to manufacture more than one type of ceramic tile on the same line, lowering production costs. The reduction in gas consumption has also fallen by half after deactivating the two smaller kilns. Our sales consultant involved in the negotiation with the tile company Gabriel Dallacqua points out that reforming processes is a business need, especially during a crisis. He explains that companies opt for system integrators who transmit confidence and security, in addition to offering quality solutions. All these characteristics, plus the offer of exclusive products for the segment, were the differentials that made the company adopt the solution and achieve the modernization of its main kiln and consequently money savings.
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For any machine requiring a fixed guard-door or cover, the YSR series ensures reliable state monitoring (door open or closed). Thanks to their serial connection capability, YSR types are particularly suitable for applications using multiple sensors, such as long packaging or assembly lines. These RFID-coded devices are classified type 4 according to ISO 14119.
RFID technology enables the user to assign a unique code to each sensor and actuator system, which greatly reduces the risk of tampering. YSR sensors can also be connected in series via the OSSD output and inputs, allowing up to 30 sensors to connect with just one relay or controller.
Since each sensor can provide individual feedback, it is possible to identify which guard-doors are open and which are closed. This is particularly useful when many sensors are connected in series.
The YSR series is part of a range of non-contact safety sensors used to monitor guard-doors, hoods or covers. Thanks to non-contact switching and coded RFID communication, the service life of these compact sensors is very long. Housings are ECOLAB-approved and rated to IP6K9K, making them suitable for washdown applications.
Safety level is category 4 according to ISO 13849-1.
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Since each sensor can provide individual feedback, it is possible to identify which guard-doors are open and which are closed. This is particularly useful when many sensors are connected in series.
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